New Beginnings -- Live Another Life Extension
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 4 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #21 of 121 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod expands Arthmoor's Alternate Start mod by adding more starting options. See the bottom of this description for a detailed overview over all of the added options.
Skyrim Special Edition
Skyrim Special Edition version, ported by Kelsenellenelvian.
Installation
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[]Make sure you have all of the official DLCs installed.
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]Install SKSE.[]Install Arthmoor's Alternate Start - Live Another Life.
[]Install this mod.
- Sort your load order (using LOOT) and make sure this mod is loaded after Arthmoor's mod.
Credits and Thanks
Bethesda -- for Skyrim and the Creation Kit
Arthmoor -- for his Live Another Life mod, and some of the scripts used in this mod
Start Options
I am an addict in a skooma den.
I can't believe I've finally found the den! The shaking has gotten worse ever since I left home, but now my suffering is at an end. I do have a strange feeling about this den, though...
You spawn in Redwater Den with only some basic provisions.
I am an adventurer in a Dwemer ruin.
I knew I shouldn't have touched that orb, but my curiosity got the better of me. I pray to the Gods that there's a way out of here...
You spawn in Kagrenzel with a set of leather armor and some basic equipment.
I am an alchemist camping in the wilderness.
It's been a while since I left home to become an alchemist, and I can't help but long for something more exciting to do than picking flowers. Maybe it's time I left this grove behind...
You spawn at a camp near Evergreen Grove with some provisions and alchemy ingredients.
I have arrived at Angi's camp in Falkreath Hold.
I have come across the camp of a markswoman named Angi. Maybe I should ask her to train me.
You spawn at Angi's camp with a set of leather armor and some basic equipment. Thanks to leomorg for the suggestion!
I am a beggar.
I don't even remember how long I've been living here in this gods-forsaken place. It's time I got out of here and became an adventurer or joined the Thieves' Guild or the Forsworn or something along those lines. Gods know anything would be better than continuing to rot away in this dump.
You can spawn either in Riften's Beggar's Row or the Markarth Warrens with only tattered rags for clothing and a few gold coins.
I was attacked by a dragon.
By the Gods! I knew we should have sent for the guards sooner. When the dragon came, I ran inside immediately, but it looks like the others didn't make
New Beginnings -- Live Another Life Extension by flo27 expands Arthmoor's Alternate Start mod with additional starting options. With 17,228 endorsements and nearly half a million downloads, it's a popular choice for Skyrim players seeking more roleplay variety. Last updated in 2016, it remains a staple for those who want to customize their character's origin story.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community approval (17,228 endorsements) — this is a must-have for Alternate Start fans.
- Nearly half a million downloads prove it's been battle-tested by the community.
- Expands an already excellent mod with more roleplay possibilities.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 — may have compatibility issues with newer mod setups or the Special Edition.
- Requires Arthmoor's Alternate Start mod as a base, so you need to install that first.
For Skyrim players who love Alternate Start and want even more ways to begin their adventure. Perfect for roleplayers who crave variety in their character origins. Skip if you're playing Skyrim Special Edition or if you prefer a more streamlined start.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to install Arthmoor's Alternate Start mod first, as this extension requires it.
- Load this mod after Alternate Start in your mod manager to ensure the new options appear correctly.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting issues.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- flo27
- Version
- 1.2.4
- Downloads
- 493,748
- Endorsements
- 17,228
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 10/28/2015
- Updated
- 9/23/2016
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